Teeth may look like bones, but they are not actually part of your skeleton. Teeth belong to the ectodermal organs, along with your skin, hair, and sweat glands. And even though your teeth are harder than bones, taking care of them should be at the...
Choices, choices, choices! Looking at the wall of toothbrushes in any store is enough to make your head spin. Picking out a toothbrush can seem like guesswork at times, so here is a little breakdown of toothbrush technology to help you find the right one. How...
Did you know that chewing gum dates back at least 5,000 years? While toothbrushes and dental checkups hadn’t been invented yet, our ancestors might have been on the right track with their gum-chewing habits. Throughout the years there has been some debate about whether or not...
You did everything right. You started brushing your child’s teeth early. You take them to the dentist for a checkup every six months. You even helped them kick the thumb sucking habit. But getting them to brush their teeth every night? Not yet. Don’t feel bad...
Nothing lasts forever—not even the fillings in your teeth. Although they may seem like permanent restorations, all fillings will need to be replaced at some point. And if you ever lose a filling, it qualifies as a dental emergency. Here’s what to do if a...
We use our mouths every single day, for talking, eating, and smiling. But when you can’t smile, simple tasks like brushing your teeth can feel impossible. The fact is, depression is now being linked with dental problems like tooth loss and oral pain. Yes, depression does...
Biting down on something too hard is not only a sensory nightmare—it can also damage your teeth. Cracked teeth can cause pain and sensitivity, tooth loss, and infections. If you notice localized tooth sensitivity to hot and cold, pain when chewing, or any other tooth...
Picture this: it is a beautifully sunny day, and after some time spent outdoors you decide to get a lovely cold treat. But with the first lick of your ice cream cone, pain shoots through your teeth! While cold sensitivity is fairly common, it should not...
Tooth pain can cause major disruptions to your life. From an inability to chew to the full body symptoms of an infection, there is no reason to suffer through a dental emergency. Knowing when to call your dentist is just as important as brushing and...
Cosmetic dentistry uses different techniques to craft the smile of your dreams. The ultimate goal with cosmetic dentistry is to make your smile look as bright, perfect, and natural as possible. From whitening to straightening, here’s how cosmetic dental procedures can transform your smile. Cosmetic Dentistry...